Top Reptile Brands

Halloween Pet Dress up TIps

Some dogs and cats generally prefer to have as little as possible on them, usually tolerating a collar but not much more, especially not a Halloween costume. That said, there are a few steps that can be followed to ease a feline or canine friend into the holiday spirit, even if some would rather eat the costume than wear it.

he big challenge is getting an animal used to wearing the particular

costume item. Because the dog or cat doesn't familiarize with the

costume year-round, it represents something foreign. Some dogs

are generally used to wearing clothes if they regularly wear anxiety wraps or sweaters in the cold months. However, if they don't wear anything, the introduction of a costume will be problematic. Shoes have
the same effect because cats and dogs rely heavily on their feet sensory system to know their environment. Costume booties make that difficult and unnerving.

o build familiarity in a pet,

small items such as simple

harness wings or collar hats

make a good start. As the dog or cat gets

used to the accessory, additional costume

items such as a jacket or shirt can be

added. Just don't leave the

costume on the dog or cat

for long periods as the pet

will eventually start

chewing on the

material and items

given the chance.

hen a dog or cat is extremely fussy, attaching costume items to the

neck collar tends to be the better way to go. Flower garlands and goofy Victorian collars can

be tolerated by fussy pets because they think it's just part of the normal collar.

In terms of availability, dog accessories and costumes win, hands down. There are not a whole lot of items
available for cats because customers generally rely on dog costume accessories for their feline friends. Furthermore, cats tend to bite and scratch far more when they don't like something, as many a cat owner can attest to.

don't work well at all on dogs or cats.

Mainly, the problem is that the mask blocks eyesight and is usually right against the nose, which is highly sensitive in both animals.